Volcorium

This is a collection of well researched notes in the are of mycology including mycotoxins, fungal enzymes, mushrooms, fungal association and storage. The author has taught mycology for more than 20 years at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels and has published many articles in these areas

The role of proper storage in fungal studies is well captured . The types of storage with respect to the structure of te fungus and the possible ease of destruction from pests and the environment is also well presented. A few organizations that carry out culture collection services are mentioned

The role of fungi in diverse associations is presented with special reference to mycorrhiza and lichens. The benefits they confer on their partners in such mutual alliances accord them special recognition in ecology. . The report also goes into their classification and reproduction and overall econmic importance

The advantage of fungal enzymes over other sources are well stated. In industrial mucrobiology, fungal enzymes are rated high. The fungal sources and ensbling environment for production and extraction is well stated. Their application in varous industries from pulp and paper through fermentation to environmental hygiene is reported in a manner that promotes easy understanding

The economic importance, health benefits and geographical distribution of mushrooms are discussed. l The note also captures the cultivation techniques and identification parameters which can distinguish poisonous from edible forms

It is a compilation of fungal contribution to diseases in man and animals. The notes describesthe classes of therapy avaialble for the prevention of the diseases

This is a concise report about the classification, naturem effects, and intervention strategies in mycotoxin contamination. It is a serious topic in food safety and human health The variuos types are mentioned . The efforts of national, regional and global bodies in the regulations and overall management are also reported

This is a summary of a wide topic called MYCOTOXINS. It is a subject of interest to man and public health. Human and livesrock health as well as international trade are impacted by the exposure to them through food consumption More will follow in subsequent releases